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Increased Grants for Community Wood and Forest Biomass Processing Facilities

This Act increases funding and improves access to grants for local facilities processing wood and forest biomass. These changes aim to support the rural economy, enhance the market competitiveness of local businesses, and promote the use of forest products. The maximum grant amount increases from 35% to 50% of project costs, and the total program budget is doubled.
Key points
Doubled Funding: Annual funding for the Community Wood Facilities Grant Program increases from $25 million to $50 million for fiscal years 2026 through 2030.
Higher Grant Percentage: The maximum grant amount a single project can receive increases from 35% to 50% of the total project costs.
Increased Financial Cap: The maximum amount for a single grant is raised to $5,000,000.
Focus Shift: The program now explicitly supports the construction, use, or retrofitting of forest products manufacturing facilities, rather than just retrofitting existing sawmills.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2183
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2025-06-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Community Wood Facilities Assistance Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2183.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Doubled Funding: Annual funding for the Community Wood Facilities Grant Program increases from $25 million to $50 million for fiscal years 2026 through 2030.
  • Higher Grant Percentage: The maximum grant amount a single project can receive increases from 35% to 50% of the total project costs.
  • Increased Financial Cap: The maximum amount for a single grant is raised to $5,000,000.
  • Focus Shift: The program now explicitly supports the construction, use, or retrofitting of forest products manufacturing facilities, rather than just retrofitting existing sawmills.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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